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Walshe Group signs Vistara
INDIAN carrier Vistara is set to establish a presence in Australia for the first time, with The Walshe Group (TWG) today confirming its appointment as the airline’s local General Sales Agent.
Vistara is a joint venture backed by Singapore Airlines and Indian conglomerate Tata Sons Limited, and was established just over three years ago (TD 09 Jan 2015).
Although no official announcement about the carrier’s new Australian foray has been made at this stage, TWG has launched a recruitment drive for a range of positions including reservations and ticketing agents and an Airline Sales Manager to “represent a quality airline new to the Australian market”.
Vistara currently operates a fleet of narrow-bodied Airbus A320/321 and Boeing 737-800 aircraft, but also has six long haul Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners on
order for delivery from next year.The carrier has a frequent
flyer partnership with Singapore Airlines, and recently launched its first international routes in the form of daily flights from Delhi and Mumbai to Singapore.
Vistara also last week inaugurated services to Dubai, while Bangkok will be added to the route map from tomorrow.
The full service carrier currently offers Economy, Premium Economy and Business class, with wi-fi based inflight entertainment.
The appointment of TWG has sparked speculation that non-stop flights to Australia and local industry partnerships may be on the Vistara agenda as its long-haul fleet expands.
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NZ cruise crisisNEW Zealand runs the risk of
missing out on significant income from cruise ship visits unless infrastructure constraints in Auckland Harbour are addressed, according to the NZ Cruise Association - more details in today’s issue of Cruise Weekly.
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Qantas LA Points PlaneQANTAS has revealed details of
another Points Plane, which will depart Sydney for Los Angeles on 13 Oct on the last commercial service of a Boeing 747-400 which was delivered to QF in 2000.
The dedicated frequent flyer redemption flight will take place before the previously announced “inaugural” Points Plane, which will fly from Melbourne to Tokyo Narita on 21 Oct (TD 13 May).
The carrier said the Sydney-Los Angeles service would give travellers “a chance to farewell one of its remaining Boeing 747s”.
Frequent Flyers members have exclusive access to premium cabins from today until midnight 02 Sep, with seats able to be booked at the standard QF Points redemption rate for the route.
A spot on the flight in Economy can currently be secured for 41,900 Qantas Points, while Premium Economy comes in at 72,000 Qantas Points & Business
Class at 96,000 Qantas Points.Any seats which remain after
the first week of sale will be able to be purchased as commercial or Points Plus Pay tickets, while return flights can be booked as a standard commercial ticket or reward seat booking.
Once the Boeing 747-400 operating the flight the exits the fleet, Qantas will have six Boeing 747-400ER aircraft that will be phased out by the end of 2020. (TD 02 May).
Disney ship namedDISNEY Cruise Line has revealed
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The company is also planning to begin construction on a second island destination in the Bahamas at Lighthouse Point in 2020.
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Modest gains for RexREGIONAL Express
Holdings (Rex) posted modest improvements in net profit after tax (NPAT) and revenue for the 2019 financial year, but warned of the challenges ahead the airline would face.
The carrier posted a 3.6% climb in NPAT from $16.9 million in FY2018 to $17.5 million in FY2019, as well as a 7.5% hike in revenue from $295 million to $318 million.
The group attributed its small improvement to network expansion in Western Australia, but also heeded harsher economic conditions in the second half of FY2019.
Executive Chairman Lim Kim Hai mentioned the trade war between China and the United States as having halted economic growth both domestically and globally.
“I am pleased that Rex is still able to maintain the same level of
profitability as the prior financial year with the strong momentum of the first half just about balancing downward pressures of the second half,” Lim said.
“Rex will not be spared the full brunt of the global headwinds in the new financial year, and our profits could be eroded by 15-20% as things stand.”
The 2019 financial year also saw Rex’s fuel bill jump 30% to $42.5 million from $32.7 million, and the airline carried 1.27 million passengers - a 3.6% hike.
Air NZ to IVCAIR New Zealand’s inaugural
flight from Auckland to Invercargill touched down last night, and among its first passengers were outgoing Chief Executive Christopher Luxon and Invercargill Mayor Tim Shadbolt.
The new A320 service departs Invercargill five times a week at 6am on Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri and Sat.
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Included in the promo are the Bondi Beach apartment, Pacific Retreat, Bronte Pacific Views, Tamarama Coastal and more.
AAT Kings incentiveAAT Kings is inviting the top-10
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Three wildcards will also be chosen at random to join the trip.
The company is also advertising an early payment discount of 10% for trips travelling from 01 Apr.
The deal is available on all First Choice guided holidays in Australia and New Zealand which are booked and paid in full by 31 Jan.
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Adelaide micro-hotelADELAIDE’S first micro-hotel
is set to open in 2021, with leading developer Hines Property receiving planning approval for the $55 million project.
The 15-storey development will comprise 253 compact rooms ranging from 13-28m2 in size.
The project will be located at 274 North Terrace and also includes a gym, ground-floor lobby, lounge and bar.
Hines Property MD James Hines said the micro-hotel would fill a gap in the Adelaide market for travellers who want stylish and minimalistic accommodation.
“Micro-hotels are perfect for people who want a quality place to stay and are happy to trade excess room space for a lower room cost.”
“Micro-hotels are proving particularly popular with business and young travellers who want to stay in the heart of the action without spending a fortune to do so,” he added.
BA celebrates centenary
BRITISH Airways kicked off a global commemoration of its 100th birthday on Fri, hosting a lavish event in Sydney for 100 of its key industry partners at the Hyatt Regency Hotel.
Similar celebrations are planned for Dubai, London and more, with yesterday marking exactly 100 years since BA’s first flight from London to Paris on 25 Aug 1919.
BA Country Manager Nicole Backo noted that Her Majesty the Queen had made the airline’s centenary year official back in May with a special visit to the British Airways HQ, adding the milestone was also an opportunity to give back, as she announced a donation to the Spectrum Support charity.
A special guest at Fri’s event was former British Airways pilot, Frank Dell, who at age 96 is just four years younger than the airline.
The father of Rob Dell from American Express Global Business Travel, Frank spoke of his experiences with the airline, which included the development of key training materials and his enjoyment of the 9am flight from London to Nice, arriving on the French riviera just in time for a delightful luncheon.
Also in attendance was Tokyo-based Moran Birger, BA’s Head of Sales Asia Pacific & Middle East, who flew in specially for the event, and is pictured second from right with Nicole Backo and Rob and Frank Dell.
HK protests turnPROTESTS in Hong Kong have
once again turned violent, with police reportedly firing the first warning shot over the weekend after they were attacked by protesters with sticks and rods, according to ABC News.
On Fri Smartraveller issued an update advising violent confrontations had taken place between police and protesters across Hong Kong, including at MTR stations and the Airport.
Australians are advised to allow more time to check-in, with temporary enhanced airport access controls continuing to be enforced & further disruption to airport & transport links possible.
Hong Kong Tourism Board Regional Director - Australia Andrew Clark said at present, most tourist activities continue as usual and “hotel and tourism operators, convention and exhibition and the business sector at large stand ready to welcome and assist visitors to HK any time”.
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Railbookers trading strongly
LESS than a year after establishing its Australian business (TD 02 Oct 2018), Railbookers and its parent company Yankee Leisure Group have moved into larger premises in the Sydney CBD, with the business currently trading about 170% ahead of expectations.
Founder Frank Marini was in Sydney on Fri, and told TD he was pleasantly surprised at the local success of the FIT rail offering which was seeing average bookings through Australian travel agents of about $6,400.
Canada was doing particularly well, he said, with the firm’s VIA Rail vacations growing in popularity, alongside perennial favourites Switzerland and Italy.
Marini cited Railbookers’ unique ability to confirm rail package reservations up to 24 months in advance, removing the “pain point” of multiple payment and confirmation deadlines.
Some of the team pictured holding Railbookers’ popular Travel Agent Guides are: Joanne Karaboikis, Carol Scalercio, Narelle Ross, Sarah Walker, Kirstie Acido and Frank Marini.
MGM Osaka planMGM Resorts International
has reaffirmed its commitment to pursuing an integrated resort in Osaka, Japan, after Las Vegas Sands Corporation confirmed it would not move forward on an opportunity to develop an integrated resort in the city.
MGM Resorts International Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Jim Murren said “we have always had confidence in our position, as what we will bring to Osaka is something only MGM Resorts can deliver”.
Las Vegas Sands said on Thu it would instead focus on developing opportunities in Tokyo and Yokohama.
737 MAX progressThe US Federal Aviation
Administration last week confirmed it would invite a cross-section of line pilots from carriers that operate the 737 MAX aircraft around the world to take part in simulator testing “as part of the overall testing and validating of new procedures on the Boeing 737 MAX”.
The update is the latest effort to get the aircraft recertified, with the aircraft grounded since Mar (TD 14 Mar) following two deadly crashes in Mar (TD 11 Mar) and Oct (TD 30 Oct 2018).
Carnival is on saleCARNIVAL Cruise Line is
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Vegas comes to Australia
AUSSIE and Kiwi agents across Auckland, Sydney and Melbourne shook hands with the 12-strong delegation from the Las Vegas Convention and Visitor’s Authority last week (LVCVA) during a series of entertaining roadshows hosted by writer and comedian, David Smiedt.
Over 200 agents learned about new products, spruced up their destination knowledge, connected with local industry and engaged in Q&A sessions, with partners present from Caesars Entertainment and MGM Resorts International.
The events also saw one agent from each city walk away with a major prize, which included two
international return flights to Las Vegas, thanks to the event’s airline partner United Airlines; deluxe accommodation packages; only-in-Vegas activities; and gourmet dining experiences, courtesy of the LVCVA’s partners.
Pictured at the Sydney event in the front row are: Jessica Luxton, LVCVA AU/NZ; Tracey Harvey, Weber and Turner Travel Associates, who was a major prize winner; Andrea Schneider, MGM; Zach Smith, LVCVA; and Lindsey Hull, Indigo.
Back row: Tucker Goncalo, The Cosmopolitan; David Smiedt; Brandon Reid, Bliss Wedding Chapel and Tommy Lindblad, United Airlines.
Star Wars hotelRUMOURS that Disney would
be launching a starship-shaped hotel at Walt Disney World were confirmed by the theme park last week, with an opening date yet to be revealed.
“Halcyon” will be a part of the new Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge situated at Orlando, Florida theme park.
According to Walt Disney World, guests will arrive and depart together, similar to a Disney cruise, and experience a two-night stay where they become the heroes of their own adventure.
“Throughout the journey, you will be invited to delve deeper into your personal adventure by participating in onboard activities, interacting with characters, crew, other passengers you meet, and becoming part of the action and the broader Star Wars saga,” said Walt Disney World.
For more information, take a look at the official site HERE.
BA pilots to strikeTHE British Airline Pilots
Association has formally advised British Airways of planned strike action on 09, 10 and 27 Sep.
It’s the latest move in an ongoing industrial dispute, with BA saying the pilots had rejected a “very fair offer”.
The airline is adjusting schedules and working with partner carriers to boost capacity on the affected days, as well as looking at wet-leasing options.
Refunds and re-bookings for pax booked on cancelled flights will also be available, BA said.
MGM boutiqueMGM Resorts has acquired
a 50% stake in boutique hotel operator Sydell Group, the company that operates NoMad hotels, LINE, Saguaro, and other brands.
According to Wall Street Journal, MGM declined to disclose the terms of the deal or the price.
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The countdown is on until Dream Cruises’ Explorer Dream arrives in Sydney on 27 October.To celebrate the Australian deployment for the newest member of its fleet, Dream Cruises has partnered with Travel Daily this month to give one lucky reader the chance to win a 7-night Queensland coastal cruise in a balcony stateroom on board Explorer Dream.To enter, all you need to do is share with us what dream feature you would include if you were involved in the design of a Dream cruise ship.Perhaps liquid chocolate on tap in your cabin, or someone to hold your shade umbrella as you lie by the pool?We’re after creative entries in the form of a poem, photo, jingle, video or something else. Use your imagination!Explorer Dream…Discover a New Dream!Send your answers to [email protected]
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Natural Focus - Antarctica & the Arctic 2020/2021Natural Focus has recently launched its 2020/2021 Antarctica & the Arctic brochure. Itineraries include visits to the Antarctic Peninsula, the Weddell Sea, South Georgia, the Sub-Antarctic Islands and the Ross Sea. All ships are small to medium in size, allowing opportunities to go ashore and explore beaches, kayak among icebergs and cruise in zodiacs alongside glaciers and see scores of Gentoo, Chinstrap and Emperor penguins and elephant seals.
Albatross - Europe & UK 2020Albatross Tours has released its 2020 Europe & UK Small Group Touring brochure, featuring 18 itineraries exploring Europe from Apr to Oct. The operator has launched three new tours visiting new regions and destinations, including the 10-day Belgium & Holland, Cobblestones and Windmills tour, the 11-day Rhine Castles, Moselle Vineyards & Ancient Cologne voyage and the 10-day Hidden Italy, the Land of the Etruscans saunter.
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CZ One Pax serviceCHINA Southern is introducing
a One Passenger Multiple Seats service, allowing one traveller to purchase additional seats on their already-booked int’l flight.
Those travelling from Guangzhou on an Economy class ticket can buy another one to three seats at airport check-in counters for CNY650-1,700 (AU$135-354).
The new service is designed to add convenience for passengers who are in need of more space during long-haul international flights, such as pregnant women or travellers with children.
The service is planned to soon be extended to flights originating in Beijing and Shanghai.
Backpack hotspotsFINLAND is the top destination
for backpackers, data compiled by Globehunters reveals.
The global ranking found the Scandinavian nation was ranked the best across seven categories including happiness, safety and cost of living.
The Scandinavian destination was followed by Denmark and Canada - CLICK HERE for more.
White Night successMELBOURNE’S three-night
White Night Reimagined event attracted a record 718,000 attendees last week, marking an increase of 98,000 on the 620,000 in 2018.
The event featured more than 50 program items across artistic installation, projection, puppetry, acrobatics and live performance.
White Night Reimagined was complemented by a collaboration with Food and Wine Victoria, which delivered the White Night Feast and a “toastie” tasting menu across CBD restaurants and bars.
White Night will continue to Ballarat, to be held on 21 Sep - CLICK HERE for details.
Coral first-timersCORAL Expeditions has released
savings of up to $1,600 for first-time guests on selected itineraries.
The deals apply to small ship itineraries including Krakatoa and the Komodo Dragons 2020, Pristine Tasmania 2020, Ancient Lands of the Kimberley, Frontier Lands of Papua New Guinea 2019, Raja Ampat and the Spice Islands, Sulawesi Circle and the Passage to the Solomons.
Vail EVP departsVAIL Resorts Executive VP Chris
Jarnot will step down from his role at the end of the year.
His career with the Group spans over 30 years and includes roles at Vail, Beaver Creek and more.
Jarnot’s transition has signalled a restructure in leadership, with Vail creating three new regional leadership roles to support its growing global portfolio.
VA loss anticipatedVIRGIN Australia is anticipated
to report its seventh consecutive annual loss on Wed.
Seven current and former Managers reportedly told Reuters that new Virgin Australia CEO Paul Scurrah’s options would include cutting costs, restructuring management, rebranding Tigerair Australia, ending loss-making flights to Hong Kong and tightening control over the loyalty division.
